Scholarship
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Richie?Is there a cost to apply?
When is the deadline?
Who reviews the application?
What should I write my essay about?
Can I mail in extra materials for review?
When do I send in my transcript?
When do I send in my letter of recommendation?
How does the review process work?
How will I know if I won?
Can I get feedback from judges on my application?
I live overseas but attend an American-accredited high school. Can I still apply?
I am home-schooled. Can I apply?
Who was Richie?
Richie Herskowitz died in October 2007 of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) related causes. He was just short of finishing his senior year of high school. In 1996, Richie became the youngest CF patient to receive a double-lung transplant. Richie lived his life with a positive spirit, no matter what obstacles got in his way.To learn more about Richie and to watch a video about his life, click here.
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Is there a cost to apply?
No, there is no cost to apply for the scholarship.back to top
When is the deadline?
All applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm EST on February 15, 2013. Under no circumstances will applications be accepted after this deadline.back to top
Who reviews my application?
A select panel of judges from around the country anonymously review the applications.back to top
What should I write my essay about?
Click here to see our Essay Writing Tips.back to top
Can I mail in extra materials for review?
No. In an effort to be fair to all applicants, we will not review any extra materials.back to top
When do I send in my transcript?
If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted and asked to send in a copy of your transcript. You do not need to send in a transcript when you submit your application.back to top
When do I send in my letter of recommendation?
If you are selected as a finalist, your recommender will be contacted and asked to e-mail us your letter of recommendation. Please include all contact information for later in the spring to be submit your letter.back to top
How does the review process work?
Your application is guaranteed to be read by at least one judge. Applications go through elimination rounds with different judges reviewing based on the scholarship guidelines.back to top
How will I know if I am a scholarship finalist?
If you are selected as a finalist, you will be notified by e-mail in the spring.back to top
Can I get feedback from judges on my application?
Due to the high number of applications we receive each year, unfortunately, we cannot provide feedback to you.back to top
I live overseas but attend an American-accredited high school. Can I still apply?
Yes, if you are a student living overseas but attending an American-accredited high school, you are eligible to apply for the scholarship.back to top
I am home-schooled. Can I apply?
Yes, home-schooled students are eligible to apply for the scholarship. Under “School Name” on the application form, put “Home School”.back to top
